The Nobel Peace Prize Awards
Oslo
10 Dec 2008

At the request of Alfred Nobel, the Peace Prize is handed out in Oslo, Norway each year by the Norwegian Parliament. This is a very special event, considered a monument to those that have contributed to the well-being of mankind.

Tromsø International Film Festival
Tromsø
13 Jan - 18 Jan, 2009

Norway's largest international film festival takes place in January and is a huge hit with film makers and tourists alike. The city of about 60,000 people welcomes everyone to screen all kinds of films.

Polarjazz
Longyearbyen
4 Feb - 8 Feb, 2009

This annual jazz event is set against the backdrop of perpetual darkness. Jazz performers and visitors are not deterred by the eerily dark atmosphere as tickets for the show can be hard to come by.

Sami National Day
Oslo
10 Feb 2009

Sami National Day is honored at the Norwegian Museum of Cultural History. The event is marked with activities for the whole family including storytelling, exhibitions, and Norwegian cuisine.